The bride-elect is the daughter of Joel and Lora Epperson. She is the granddaughter of Maellen Epperson and the late Morris Epperson of Maumelle and Clara Hooker of Camden. She is a graduate of Russellville High School and attended Arkansas Tech University. She is currently employed at Pediatrics Plus.

The prospective groom is the son of Mary Lynne Hawkins and David Hawkins. He is the grandson of Otho and Linda Reasoner of Pottsville and the late Milton Hawkins of Mount Vernon. He is a graduate of Russellville High School. He is currently employed by Txam Pumps.

The wedding is planned for 7 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2014, at Mount Nebo, main pavilion. A reception will follow, and invitations are being sent.